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Tidelands Lease Signed for Áak’w Landing Project in Juneau

April 11, 2026

Juneau, Alaska – Gastineau Channel (Courtesy MSC Cruises)Alaska Native village corporation Huna Totem Corporation and the City and Borough of Juneau have finalized a tidelands lease agreement for the Áak’w Landing project, clearing the way for final design and construction of a new cruise ship dock and waterfront destination in downtown Juneau. (more…)

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2025 Cruise Economy Impact generated by the Ports of Genoa

April 11, 2026

The port of Genoa  (Courtesy MedCruise)The cruise industry has reaffirmed its status as a powerful economic engine for Liguria, with new findings highlighting its growing contribution to regional prosperity. (more…)

Tags: Genoa, MedCruise

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More makan moments with Chef Wan on StarCruises

April 11, 2026

StarCruises (Logo)StarCruises is bringing back Malaysia celebrity Datuk Chef Wan onboard Star Voyager, following an “overwhelming response” from the holiday season sailing earlier in January. (more…)

Tags: StarCruises (2025)

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Meyer Werft battery-electric cruise ship concept cuts emissions up to 95%

April 11, 2026

Meyer Werft (Logo)Meyer Werft has presented a new concept for a fully battery-electric cruise ship at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, outlining a potential pathway towards significantly lower-emission operations within the sector. (more…)

Tags: Meyer Werft, Miami

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Star Clippers Unveils Solo Traveler Offer with No Single Supplement on Select Sailings

April 11, 2026

Star Clippers (Logo)Independent travelers can book peak-season 2026-2027Mediterranean (and other) voyages with exceptional value and built-in camaraderie aboard authentic tall ships. (more…)

Tags: Star Clippers, Tall Ships / Sailing Yacht

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First cruise ship of the season docks in Astoria, bringing boost to local economy: ‘A lot of us count on this’

April 11, 2026

This season is expected to bring in about 30,000 passengers and an estimated $16 million to the Astoria’s local economy, which many say is vital income. (more…)

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Five Senses Consulting Supports Strong Start to 2026 Cruise Season in Agios Nikolaos

April 10, 2026

Four Seasons I - Agios Nikolaos, Crete Five Senses Consulting & Development continues to support cruise destination growth through structured strategy, stakeholder coordination, and targeted market positioning across the Mediterranean. (more…)

Tags: MedCruise

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Luis Abinader, ITM Group announce Port Samaná opening on November 24 with 1,000 direct jobs

April 10, 2026

President Luis Abinader oversaw the announcement that Port Samaná will officially open on November 24, marking a major milestone for cruise tourism development in the Dominican Republic. (more…)

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HX Delivers Record Antarctica Season, Reinforcing Position as Leading Operator

April 9, 2026

HX Expeditions (logo) (HX -  Hurtigruten Expeditions)Delivering highest-ever guest satisfaction, HX brought more travellers to Antarctica than any other operator, expanded kayaking and camping capacity, and achieved highest-ever suite bookings. (more…)

Tags: Antarctica, HX Expeditions (Hurtigruten Expeditions)

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Cruise Europe New Associate member: Norwegian Travel

April 9, 2026

 Norwegian Travel (Logo)Norwegian Travel (NT) is Norway’s largest shore excursion provider, operating in attractions across four key destinations: Andalsnes, Tromso, Narvik and Kirkenes, explains Jacob Norby, head of cruise at the company. (more…)

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Hamburg presents itself to the international cruise industry together with eleven industry partners

April 9, 2026

Cruise Gate Hamburg (Logo)From April 13 to 16, 2026, the global cruise industry will gather at Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami. Hamburg will be represented as the only German destination, with a total of eleven exhibitors and its own booth serving as a satellite stand of the German Pavilion. (more…)

Tags: Hamburg, Miami

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AmaWaterways Appoints Toni Stoeckl as Chief Creative and Marketing Officer

April 9, 2026

AmaWaterways (Logo)Industry-leading brand builder to lead the line’s creative and marketing vision in the next phase of global growth. (more…)

Tags: AmaWaterways, River - Inland Navigation / Barges

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Your Local Port Operations Partner in Andalusia: An Interview with Raquel López

April 9, 2026

Intercruises Shoreside & Port Services (Logo)Intercruises is pleased to share an interview published in the Tribuna de Andalucía with Raquel López, Port Operations Director for Spain, Gibraltar & Portugal at Intercruises. (more…)

Tags: Intercruises Shoreside & Port Serv., MedCruise

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Crystal Shares First Look at Specialty Dining Renderings Aboard Crystal Grace

April 9, 2026

Crystal released a new set of renderings for its newest ship Crystal Grace set to debut on June 11, 2028 (Image at LateCruiseNews.com - April 2026)Crystal released a new set of renderings for its newest ship Crystal Grace set to debut on June 11, 2028. (more…)

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HX Expeditions Celebrates Its Most Successful Antarctica Season by Offering Travel Agents a Spot on a FAM Trip

April 9, 2026

HX Expeditions (logo) (HX -  Hurtigruten Expeditions)HX Expeditions today announced that its October 2025 to March 2026 Antarctica season was the most successful in the company’s history. (more…)

Tags: Antarctica, HX Expeditions (Hurtigruten Expeditions)

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MSC Cruises delays European season for MSC Euribia despite US-Iran ceasefire

April 9, 2026

MSC EuribiaMSC Cruises has cancelled the first sailing of MSC Euribia’s European summer programme, following a delay in the vessel’s repositioning from the Arabian Gulf. (more…)

Tags: Dubai - United Arab Emirates - Bahrain - Qatar - Oman - Saudi Arabia, MSC Cruises

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Seabourn cancels submarine program

April 9, 2026

Seabourn (Logo)Seabourn has confirmed it will discontinue its expedition submarine program, with the decision announced on 20 February 2026 in a communication to travel advisors and industry partners. (more…)

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Madeira and Leixões Ports Join Forces in Digital Transformation and Technological Innovation

April 9, 2026

Madeira and Leixões Ports Join Forces in Digital Transformation and Technological Innovation (Image at LateCruiseNews.com - April 2026)The port authorities of Madeira and of Douro, Leixões, and Viana do Castelo have established a cooperation protocol through the sharing of resources and expertise in the field of digital transformation and technological innovation. (more…)

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Carnival Pride is Back and Better Than Ever in Baltimore. Dry dock delivers refreshed spaces across the ship

April 9, 2026

Carnival Pride returned to service today in Baltimore following a 22‑day dry dock in Freeport, Grand Bahama, bringing with it a fresh mix of refurbishments designed to elevate the onboard experience.  The ship’s casino was refurbished with updated décor for guests who like to play.  (Image at LateCruiseNews.com - April 2026)Carnival Pride returned to service today in Baltimore following a 22‑day dry dock in Freeport, Grand Bahama, bringing with it a fresh mix of refurbishments designed to elevate the onboard experience. (more…)

Tags: Carnival Cruise Line

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Michael Eder will join MarineXchange as CEO

April 9, 2026

MarineXchange - MXP (Logo)MXP, the leading software partner for the global cruise industry, has appointed Michael Eder as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. (more…)

Tags: MXP - MarineXchange Software

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NileCruiseVacation Announces New Guide Comparing Nile Cruises and Dahabiya Experiences

April 9, 2026

The Nile in CairoNileCruiseVacation has released a new comparison guide focused on two of the most popular ways to explore the Nile River — the standard Nile cruise ship and the traditional Dahabiya sailboat. (more…)

Tags: River - Inland Navigation / Barges

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Strong Season Ahead For Cruise In Halifax

April 9, 2026

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (Aereal view, courtesy Port of Halifax)The 2026 cruise season at the Port of Halifax starts today (April 7, 2026), as we welcome passengers arriving on the Viking Polaris. The season is set to run from April 7 until November 5, 2026. (more…)

Tags: Halifax (Nova Scotia - CA)

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Cruise Europe new Associate member: Hoppe Maritime Group

April 9, 2026

Hoppe Maritime Group (Logo)Hoppe Maritime Group is a group of companies offering maritime and logistic services in various fields of the shipping business. (more…)

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Plymouth is primed and ready for more

April 9, 2026

Cattewater Harbour Plymouth (Logo)On a FAM trip to Plymouth (Devon, UK) before Easter, Cruise Europe witnessed firsthand, not only what is on offer for the ships and passengers – and there is plenty – but just how clearly the people at Cattewater Harbour Commissioners (CHC), Plymouth, understand the business of cruising. (more…)

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Silversea Enhances Its Venetian Society With New Loyalty Tiers And Enhanced Benefits

April 9, 2026

Silversea Cruises (logo)Silversea enhancing its Venetian Society loyalty program, offering guests more ways to earn status, earlier recognition, and meaningful benefits throughout their journey – becoming the richest loyalty program among any luxury cruise brand. (more…)

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Virgin Voyages Makes Waves on the West Coast with Brilliant Lady Debut at the Port of Los Angeles

April 8, 2026

Virgin Voyages' Brilliant Lady  (Courtesy Virgin Voyages)Virgin Voyages officially arrived on the West Coast on Monday, April 6, as Brilliant Lady made her highly anticipated debut at the Port of Los Angeles. (more…)

Tags: Los Angeles, Virgin Voyages

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CroisiEurope marks 50th anniversary with Strasbourg gala and new Seine ship

April 8, 2026

CroisiEurope (Logo)CroisiEurope celebrated its 50th anniversary with a high-profile gala in Strasbourg, France, bringing together 1,200 guests for an evening that highlighted the company’s growth and future ambitions. (more…)

Tags: CroisiEurope, River - Inland Navigation / Barges

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Oceania Cruises® Announces the Reinspiration of Oceania Marina™

April 8, 2026

 Oceania Cruises announced plans for a comprehensive reinspiration of its acclaimed ship, Oceania Marina™. Scheduled to enter dry dock in October 2026, Oceania Marina will undergo an extensive transformation (Image at LateCruiseNews.com - April 2026)A Comprehensive Transformation of the Much-Loved Ship, Scheduled for October 2026, Reinforces the Brand’s Continued Commitment to Elevated, Intentional Luxury Travel. (more…)

Tags: Oceania Cruises

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Marella Discovery II’s first call at Limassol signals the opening of Cyprus’ cruise season

April 8, 2026

DP World Limassol (Logo)The arrival of Marella Discovery II at the Port of Limassol on Wednesday marked the start of Cyprus’ cruise season and reaffirmed the island’s key position in the regional maritime tourism industry. (more…)

Tags: Marella Cruises, MedCruise

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Emerald Kaia completes Red Sea and Suez transits ahead of inaugural voyage

April 8, 2026

Emerald Kaia (January 2026)Emerald Cruises & Tours has launched its newest superyacht, Emerald Kaia, following a transit through the Red Sea and the Suez Canal that it brought it into the Mediterranean. (more…)

Tags: Emerald Cruises

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MSC Cruises Reveals New Harbour and Aqua Deck Features on MSC World Asia

April 8, 2026

MSC Cruises Reveals New Harbour and Aqua Deck Features on MSC World Asia (Image at LateCruiseNews.com - April 2026)MSC Cruises is revealing new details on The Harbour and Aqua Deck on board its newest flagship, MSC World Asia. (more…)

Tags: MSC Cruises

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TradeWinds Unveils 2027 Grenada Curated Cruise Itinerary

April 8, 2026

 TradeWinds (logo)TradeWinds, the purpose-driven, eco-conscious yacht charter company, is thrilled to announce the launch of a new seven-night curated itinerary featuring Grenada, “the Spice Isle” of the southern Caribbean. (more…)

Tags: Tall Ships / Sailing Yacht

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Karen Walker to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Subantarctic Islands with Heritage Expeditions

April 8, 2026

Heritage Expeditions' Heritage Adventurer (May 2021)Pioneering small-ship expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions is delighted to welcome special guest and pioneering New Zealand fashion icon Karen Walker on its ultimate Kiwi adventure, Beyond Fiordland: New Zealand’s Wildest Islands, at the end of December 2026. (more…)

Tags: Antarctica, Heritage Expeditions (New Zealand)

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Think cruises are gross? CDC scored these ships 100 on sanitation

April 8, 2026

Ships across major cruise lines earned perfect inspection scores from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (more…)

Tags: Norovirus / Gastrointestinal Outbreak / Hantavirus

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Stephanie Schrahe to become Director Omnichannel Sales at A-ROSA

April 6, 2026

Sales expert Stephanie Schrahe has been appointed to the new position of Director Omnichannel Sales. Photo: privately owned (Image at LateCruiseNews.com - April 2026)From 01 June 2026 A-ROSA River Cruises will welcome sales expert Stephanie Schrahe to the company. She will assume the newly created position of Director Omnichannel Sales. (more…)

Tags: A-Rosa Cruises, River - Inland Navigation / Barges

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New member: Montrose – Cruise Europe

April 6, 2026

 Montrose Port Authority (Logo)Nestled on Scotland’s east coast, Montrose Port is well positioned for boutique/expedition style cruise passengers. (more…)

Tags: Cruise Europe, Cruise Scotland

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How New Zealand changed course on cruising

April 6, 2026

Auckland - New Zealand (Courtesy Port of Auckland)No one can have missed the growing antipathy towards cruise ships around the world in recent years. Venice was one of the first to take a stand, banning all but the smallest vessels. (more…)

Tags: Cruise New Zealand (CZCA)

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P&O Cruises Adds Five Britannia Sailings for April 2027

April 6, 2026

Britannia during sea trials on December 7, 2014. Photo P&O CruisesP&O Cruises has launched five new Britannia cruises for April 2027, the company said in a press release. (more…)

Tags: P&O Cruises

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Virgin Voyages Abandons Bermuda Plan and Heads North Instead

April 6, 2026

Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady (Credit: Hugo Stigliz @ Vessel Finder)Many cruise guests look forward to sunny skies, beautiful beaches, and tropical temperatures for their cruise vacations. That may be what guests boarding Valiant Lady in New York on Monday, April 6, 2026 had hoped for, but it is not what they will be getting. (more…)

Tags: Bermuda, Virgin Voyages

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Cruise Line Adds Fuel Surcharge; Travelers Fear Others Will Follow

April 6, 2026

Cruisegoers worldwide are worried that their vacation costs could increase due to rising oil prices tied to the ongoing war in the Middle East. (more…)

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